American Airlines to expand Chicago hub

September 17, 2009

The parent of American Airlines said today it has obtained $2.9 billion in new financing and is making changes in its flight schedule that will bolster its presence in Chicago and four other major hubs.

Starting next year, American plans to add 57 new flights at O'Hare International Airport for a total of 487 daily departures, the largest increase in flying at any of its major airports.